Jairos Mahlangu got named Small Scale Farmer of the Year for running a successful Brahman cattle operation in Mbalabala village at Hlango Ranch. The guy basically proved you can breed pedigree cattle in communal areas, which is pretty unusual since most successful breeders in Matabeleland work with massive plots or commercial farms. Provincial Minister Albert Nguluvhe handed out the awards at a resort during the 2025 Investment Awards.
Mahlangu said the recognition pumps up his team to keep pushing for agricultural excellence in Zimbabwe. The event celebrated achievements across different business sectors, and organizers made sure the process stayed transparent and inclusive for everyone involved.
Other winners grabbed awards for foreign investment, sustainable development, and youth-led enterprises, with Orange Ville Trading taking the top overall investor spot.
Mahlangu said the recognition pumps up his team to keep pushing for agricultural excellence in Zimbabwe. The event celebrated achievements across different business sectors, and organizers made sure the process stayed transparent and inclusive for everyone involved.
Other winners grabbed awards for foreign investment, sustainable development, and youth-led enterprises, with Orange Ville Trading taking the top overall investor spot.
